Royal Artillery Factory of La Cavada

Riotuerto, Spain

The Royal Artillery Factory of La Cavada was an artillery foundry was established in 1622 by Jean Curtius with the support of Gaspar de Guzmán, Count-Duke of Olivares. It became fully operational 15 years later. Between 1637 and 1835 the facility was responsible for the production of more than 26,000 cannons for ships and fortresses throughout the Spanish Empire.

It closed after the defeat of the Spanish at the Battle of Trafalgar.

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Founded: 1622
Category: Miscellaneous historic sites in Spain

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Berni (5 months ago)
Honestly, one of the best views of a small museum that I have ever had, worth every cent I paid since it was more than returned to me during the visit. I would like to thank Miguel for the visit he made us interesting and super entertaining. Note that he likes how he explains it and lives it, it's wonderful, honestly it seemed super short but because of how much fun he was having. I sincerely hope that this project continues over time and continues to grow. An affectionate greeting and do not doubt that if I return to the area it will be one of my first visits to make. Thanks again.
Ramón Vivo Ojeda (6 months ago)
We loved it, it is a small museum but it is very worth it. It makes you want to stay all day. They explained to us how the cannons were manufactured, how the factory was laid out and how it changed according to its different managers. My son, who was only 7 years old, did not want to leave there. Congratulations to the volunteers who run the museum.
Simon Collier (2 years ago)
Excellent little museum devoted to the Royal Spanish Ordinance factory, all those forts and castles round the world, the Spanish fleet at Trafalgar, all the guns were cast here. Excellent displays and just enough english to make sense of it. Combine it as part of a trip to lliarganes
Marian Fernandez de Luco (3 years ago)
The museum is very interesting and the visit with Cuco's explanation is very pleasant. Despite the rain, it was well worth seeing the recreation of the inauguration of Brigadier Don Fernando Casado and the firing of the 48-pound cannon?
Santiago Rubio (3 years ago)
We have read the previous reviews and while traveling through Cantabria we have approached the Museum. Really interesting and very well guided by Cuco who has illustrated the visit with his knowledge and comments. It is fair to mention that the museum is promoted by volunteer associates in love with their land and its history, who pay a fee to continue with this initiative. It is well worth making the visit and collaborating with the price of admission with this association.
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